Monthly Archives: October 2015

12th Man: Display at Bradford shows mastering defence

Posted on October 30, 2015 by ianhaspinall

One of the main concerns about Latics early season performances has been their poor defending. Many of the games have seen lapses of concentration, defensive mix-ups and even bizarre own goals. Richard O’Donnell, Leon Barnett, Donervon Daniels and Reece James … Continue reading →

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Latics on the Up – Bradford City 1 Wigan Athletic 1

Posted on October 25, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Wigan were held by Bradford in a highly competitive game at Valley Parade but still moved up to fifth in the League One table. Latics took the lead in the 52nd minute through Michael Jacobs strike but were pegged back … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Bradford has a lot to live up to!

Posted on October 23, 2015 by ianhaspinall

It was another incredible away day on Tuesday night as Latics edged out Peterborough 3-2 in a dramatic finale at the ABAX Stadium. Wigan had let a two goal lead slip and were in danger of losing when Max Power … Continue reading →

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Late Max Power play lifts Latics – Peterborough United 2 Wigan Athletic 3

Posted on October 21, 2015 by ianhaspinall

A late Max Power strike secured the three points for Latics in a pulsating encounter at the ABAX Stadium as they overcame the Posh 3-2 to move up to seventh in the League One table. Wigan weathered early pressure from … Continue reading →

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Five-star Latics show their intent – Wigan Athletic 5 Colchester United 0

Posted on October 17, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Wigan blitzed Colchester with a five-star show at the DW Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Latics tore into the U’s from the kick off and were ahead after only five minutes through Donervon Daniels after good work by Yanic Wildschut, and … Continue reading →

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12th Man: We can make defences Yanic

Posted on October 16, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Latics early season has been blighted by injuries, suspensions and international call-ups, but as more players return to the squad the prospects look bright. In particular, Latics now have plenty of goalscorers available for selection, although Craig Davies and Shaq … Continue reading →

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Latics are doing it the hard way – Bury 2 Wigan Athletic 2

Posted on October 10, 2015 by ianhaspinall

It looks like Latics’ push for promotion from League One is going to be done the hard way. Despite dominating the game against Bury they gifted their opponents a two goal lead, before producing another dramatic comeback to secure a … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Cup dream can boost our league form

Posted on October 9, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Latics overcame Crewe on Tuesday night and progressed to the Northern Area quarter-final of the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy, making the dream of a third Football League Trophy success a real possibility. Wigan have previously won the trophy when it was … Continue reading →

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JPT Dream is alive and kicking – Crewe Alexandra 2 Wigan Athletic 3

Posted on October 6, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Wigan’s dream of a third Football League Trophy success is alive and kicking after they overcame Crewe 3-2 in a roller coaster encounter at the Alexandra Stadium. Latics had previously won the trophy when it was the Freight Rover Trophy … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Living on the Volcano – The Secrets of Surviving as a Football Manager by Michael Calvin

Posted on October 6, 2015 by ianhaspinall

At a time when the average tenure of a football manager is getting shorter than ever, Michael Calvin provides an absorbing insight into the mind of the modern-day football manager. Calvin gets into the psyche of managers who are currently … Continue reading →

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